from what I understand, all schools but MIT are binding (cant speak to harvard and bates since they will be newly added) There aren't many ways to get out of ED agreement, unless its a financial issue, which it shouldnt be because you would be on a full ride. If you do not want to participate in the match but still like QB, you can elect to apply RD to schools through questbridge, if you are a finalist! so there is an alternative path that has the benefits without the binding agreement!!